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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 909 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 31 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 909, select.
San Diego.R 956 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 956, select.
San Diego.R 1,798 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,798, select.
San Diego.R 1,798 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,798, select.
San Diego.R 1,798 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,798, select.
San Diego.R 1,802 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,802, select.
San Diego.R 2,318 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,318, select.
San Diego.R 2,318 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,318, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 909
Jun
from R 956
Jul
from R 1,798
Aug
from R 1,798
Sep
from R 1,798
Oct
from R 1,802
Nov
from R 2,323
Dec
from R 3,097
Jan
from R 3,240
Feb
from R 3,223
Mar
from R 3,138
Apr
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Direct flights from New York to San Diego

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 909
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time6 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week1,044

Finding cheap flights from New York to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to San Diego is R 1,942. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from New York to San Diego.
LATAM Airlines, United and Alaska Airlines fly direct from New York to San Diego.
As of May 2025, there are 1,044 flights per week flying from New York to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to San Diego is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,942.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to San Diego on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 4 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to San Diego is Spirit Airlines. And the cheapest airline that flies to McClellan-Palomar Airport is United.

Travelling from New York to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Your next great adventure starts at one of New York's main airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Explore the options for booking a flight from New York to San Diego departing from either of these bases.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) and McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) are the major arrival points in San Diego.

  • Around 6 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct New York to San Diego flight.

  • The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York.

  • With 45 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from New York to San Diego with JetBlue Airways at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from JFK to SAN is with Delta Air Lines at 21:30.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your New York to San Diego flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to San Diego

  • To secure cheap New York to San Diego flights, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from New York to San Diego. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from New York to San Diego.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' New York to San Diego flights.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to San Diego. From JFK, you can fly directly to San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct New York to San Diego plane tickets with departures from JFK, including:

  • The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from New York to San Diego? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:

  • 74.1% of flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Consider booking your direct flight from New York to San Diego departing Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop connections from EWR will get you to San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • United Airlines offers direct New York to San Diego plane tickets from EWR. Book your preferred seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.

  • You can get to EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to San Diego:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • The trip to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 25 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.

  • Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to San Diego flight:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your travel plans stay on track.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 20 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore San Diego and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is approximately 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from New York to San Diego has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and be on your way in a flash.

  • Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from CLD in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • May is the quietest month for flights from New York to San Diego, while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to San Diego based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your New York to San Diego ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

More about San Diego

  • After booking your flight from New York to San Diego, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.

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